1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 640 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404. 2005 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 404 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 404 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Bristol | Maserati |
| Model | 404 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
